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Archive and Special Collections

About The Archives

The Archives and Special Collections serve as a vital repository for Dominican University's academic legacy, and rich history. We are dedicated to collecting and preserving a variety of materials which includes manuscripts, rare books, fine art, and DU publications highlighting student achievements and institutional successes through the years. The Archives also strives to provide academic support for the activities of those within the University community, and of all of those who work towards promoting the mission of Dominican University. Materials are currently undergoing a continuous digitization process, but certain items in our collection are fully accessible. Discover more about the Archives' holdings by visiting Our Collections page.

Quick Info

  •  For those interested in visiting the collection in person, please visit the Plan Your Visit page. The Archives is accessible to DU student, staff, and alumni as well as the public, Visits are made by appointment.
  • For research related inquiries, high resolution scan requests, or to book instructor sessions with the Archive, visit out Archive Services & Policies page.
  • The Archives currently has ongoing digitization projects to make its collection more accessible. To view already digitized material from our Special Collections, visit our Digital Collection. To view our digitized published materials, view our Publications page.
  • Learn more about how to get involved with the Archives through volunteering, internships, practicums or employment by visiting our Get Involved page.